Category Archives: Tutorials

The Retreat Files: Blending Backgrounds

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Amy

Layer Blending Modes 1. Open or create two separate layers to be directly on top of one another that you want to ‘mix’ together. This could be: Papers on Papers/Elements Elements on Papers/Elements Photos on Papers/Elements Adjustment Layers, like Solid … Continue reading →

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The Retreat Files: Creating A Silhouette In Photoshop

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Amy

1. Open Photoshop or other photo editing program. 2. Open photo you want to use to create the silhouette. File>Open>Select folder where the photo is located>Open.                     3. Click on the … Continue reading →

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The Retreat Files: Double Page Layouts

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Amy

Do you ever find yourself with a huge amount of photos from certain events or holidays and become overwhelmed with trying to fit all of the “important” ones onto one scrapbook page? In this class we will learn a simple … Continue reading →

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